Exodus 3:17-20 Compelled by the Mighty Hand

6/7/10

Time Spent: 14 min

Main Idea: God's deliverance of the people from Egypt will be through His mighty hand

What I Learned about God: God's mighty hand is what delivers the people; not Moses.

Summary: The phrase "Mighty hand" is seen throughout the book of Exodus and Deuteronomy used to denote the method which the people were delivered out of their slavery. Moses continues to talk with God about what is the way in which he should bring the people out of Egypt. While Moses looks at the problem, God is already harping on the solution. Moses continues to refrain and draw back, but God assures Moses that He will be the one that saves His people. It will be God's mighty hand that compels belief into the people as they witness the supernatural deliverance that God will bring to the Israelites.

Application: How much weight do I put into God's mighty hand of deliverance? I wonder that because of the way in which I do ministry. Is there a clear sense that I depend on the power of God to deliver supernaturally or do I look to myself, my preparations, or my gifts as tools in bringing salvation? I was convicted to preach a "narrative sermon" for this sunday and thought that it would be great. I thought that this would be a great way to capture the imagination of sparky to varsity alike. I was excited to preach an "effective" sermon. However, I confused entertainment for effectiveness, because no matter how much I plan or prepare, it is the Lord that brings about deliverance. Moses knew that and needed God's mighty hand. More than the length, the clarity, or relevance of my sermon, I need God's mighty hand to deliver His people.